Joseph Smiths original temple, Nauvoo, Ills
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Joseph Smiths original temple, Nauvoo, Ills
Joseph Smiths original temple, Nauvoo, Ills. Print showing exterior view of Mormon temple building in Nauvoo, Illinois. Includes text about the construction of the building. Date c1890 May 12
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This striking print depicts the exterior view of the original Temple in Nauvoo, Illinois, a significant religious and historical site for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Constructed between 1841 and 1846 under the guidance of the church's founder, Joseph Smith, the temple stands as a testament to the faith and determination of the early Mormon settlers. The Temple in Nauvoo was the first temple built by the Latter-day Saints and the only one completed during Joseph Smith's lifetime. It was designed to be a house of God, a place for worship and spiritual growth, and a symbol of the community's commitment to their faith. The temple was built using a combination of local materials, including limestone, sandstone, and brick, and was adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures. The construction of the temple was not without challenges. The project was plagued by financial difficulties, as well as opposition from non-Mormon residents of Hancock County, Illinois, who saw the temple as a threat to their community. Despite these obstacles, the temple was completed in 1846, just before the Mormon exodus from Nauvoo. Today, the original Temple in Nauvoo stands as a beloved and important landmark for Mormons around the world. It has been restored and is open to the public for tours, providing visitors with a glimpse into the history and faith of the Latter-day Saints. This print serves as a beautiful reminder of the perseverance and dedication of the early Mormon settlers and the significance of the Temple in Nauvoo to their community and to the Latter-day Saint faith.
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